Mary Brennan (née Murphy) Bawndaw, Gracedieu, Waterford and late of Curraun, Ballywilliam, Enniscorthy, Co. Wexford.

16th July 2026

Peacefully surrounded, by her family after a short illness borne with bravery and grace, in the loving care of the staff on the Oak Ward University Hospital Waterford.

Predeceased by her parents Michael and Maureen, aunt Josephine O’Neill, brother Terry and son John.

Beloved mum to Deirdre, Michael, James, Mary-Claire and Will.

Mary will be sadly missed by her adored grandchildren Rowah, Conor, Oisín and Ada, her son and daughters in law Jonathan, Lesley and Veronica, her brothers and sisters Margaret, Breda, Garry, Moling and Joan and her extended family and many friends.

May Her Gentle Soul Rest in Peace.

Reposing at Cooney’s Funeral Home, New Ross, (Eircode: Y34 FK44) on Monday, July 20th from 2pm concluding with a celebration of life ceremony at 6pm which can be viewed on the link here followed by private cremation.

The family very much appreciates your support and kindness at this very sad time and would be grateful if you would express your messages of sympathy on the condolence link below.

James Cooney Funeral Directors Ltd.
Robert Street, New Ross, Co. Wexford
Y34 FK44
051 421416
info@cooneysfuneralhome.com